Philosophy

The philosophy program is designed for students who are interested in examining life's deepest questions and applying this study to the community and world.

Program Offerings at Grand Valley

Philosophy graduates receive a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. The curriculum is designed to facilitate interdisciplinary study.

Coursework

Philosophy students receive a broad education in the subject, covering topics like:

Aesthetics

Eastern philosophy

Ethics

Great philosophers

Logic

Social and political philosophy

Study Abroad: Philosophy students are encouraged to take advantage of the study abroad programs in China or India.

Minor: Students seeking a minor in philosophy are invited to work out an appropriate program with any member of the department. It must include a minimum of 18 hours of philosophy, at least six hours of which must be upper-division.

Career Options

Many law schools and seminaries encourage philosophy as an undergraduate degree. Philosophy is also closely associated with such fields as:

Engineering

Law

Medicine

Teaching

Philosophy is recognized as a strong foundation for education and experience in other disciplines.

Why Study Philosophy at Grand Valley?

Faculty members are published scholars and researchers who are deeply committed to undergraduate philosophy education.

The major emphasizes learning the history of philosophy as the foundation for further study and application.

Courses are offered in all major contemporary schools of philosophical thought as well as in non-Western traditions.

“I found all of my professors to be very interested in my holistic education; not just my education as it pertained to philosophy. The accessibility of the professors directly contributed to the strength of my education.”